An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Solicitor to join a well-established and supportive Private Client team. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine interest in Wills, Probate and Estate Planning, offering hands-on training, close supervision, and clear long-term progression within a friendly and professional environment. The firm offers a competitive trainee salary, generous holiday entitlement, pension, and a strong commitment to learning and development.
About the Firm:
Our client is a respected legal practice with a strong private client offering and an excellent local reputation. The firm prides itself on high standards of client care, long-standing client relationships, and investing in the development of junior lawyers.
Trainee Solicitor (Private Client) — Position Overview:
You will support experienced Private Client Solicitors across a broad range of non-contentious matters, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of private client work while working towards qualification.
Key Responsibilities of the Trainee Solicitor:
• Assisting with the preparation of Wills and codicils
• Supporting Probate and estate administration matters
• Assisting with Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Drafting correspondence and legal documentation
• Liaising with clients in a professional and sensitive manner
• Conducting file management and compliance tasks
• Attending client meetings with supervising solicitors
• Supporting general Private Client department administration
Requirements of the Trainee Solicitor:
• LPC / SQE completed or in progress (or equivalent)
• A genuine interest in Private Client law
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and organisation
• Professional, empathetic and client-focused approach
• Willingness to learn and develop under supervision
• Confident IT skills including case management systems
The Benefits for the Trainee Solicitor role:
• Competitive trainee salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Supportive training and supervision
• Clear route to qualification and long-term progression
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• And more
If you are looking to begin your legal career within a strong Private Client team, apply today.
Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37605
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